The Blue Heron series by Kristan Higgins is 2 books of contemporary romance that runs on funny and emotional. Spice ranges from 2/5 to 2/5 across the series, clocking in at 848 total pages. Here's exactly how to read them in order.
Publication order — the way Kristan Higgins intended. Each book links to our full mood and spice guide.
A funny, emotional Adult contemporary romance built around small town, exes, wedding. 416 pages with a gentle romantic thread and a satisfying conclusion.
Full guide →A funny, sweet Adult contemporary romance built around green card marriage, small town, slow burn. 432 pages with a gentle romantic thread and a satisfying conclusion.
Full guide →The heat stays consistent across the series.
The Best Man is book 1 and the intended starting point. It introduces everything you need — characters, world, and the funny energy that define the entire series. No prequels or companion novels required.
Read the full guide for The Best Man →Read the Blue Heron series in publication order: 1. The Best Man, 2. The Perfect Match. This is the intended reading order by Kristan Higgins.
The Blue Heron series has 2 books totaling 848 pages. We have full mood and spice profiles for every book in the series.
The Blue Heron series has moderate heat, averaging 2/5 spice. Some books are spicier than others — the range is 2/5 to 2/5.
The Blue Heron series is a contemporary romance series by Kristan Higgins with funny, emotional, sweet vibes. Check each book's full guide for a spoiler-free breakdown of mood, tropes, and fit.
Start with The Best Man — it's book 1 and introduces everything you need. Our full guide for The Best Man breaks down the mood, spice, and what to expect.